She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Daniel A. and Ann R. (Stachmas) Disabato. On Aug. 17, 1974, she married Terry Boyd.
Surviving are her loving husband of 43 years; a son, Rodney A. DeFrancesco of Altoona; a grandson, Joseph Anthony DeFrancesco and wife, Jorden, of Tyrone; a sister, Lucille Rodell and husband, Daniel, of Sherwood, Ark.; and a loving niece, Anita Rhodes and husband, Mark, of Altoona.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Michael and Rita Labriola.
JoAnn was a 1960 graduate of Altoona High School and 1962 graduate of Altoona School of Commerce. She worked for Blair County EMS, retiring as a secretary after 35 years of service.
She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Juniata. JoAnn enjoyed collecting dolls, Hallmark collectibles, traveling, drawing and spending time with her grandson and family.
Friends will be received from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 18, 2017, at The Good Funeral Home Inc., Alto-Reste Park, where a funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday. Interment will be at Alto-Reste Park Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 408 N. Sixth St., Altoona, PA 16601, or to American Cancer Society, Blair Unit, 1004 N. Juniata St., Hollidaysburg, PA 16648.
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Sandra L Kenner (Pritts)
I was notified yesterday that JoAnn passed away. Annie Smith called me and told me. JoAnn and her husband attended the last two reunions and she was sure an inspiration to all. You knew she was ill, but she was a fighter. She would tell you she really enjoyed coming to the reunions. RIP my friend. Untill we meet again.
Sandy
Linda L Murphy (Ferguson)
I was so sorry to read of JoAnn's passing in the paper this morning. Deepest sympathy to her family. We have lost so many.
Eileen D Evans (Newberry)
Prayers for JoAnns family She was a beautiful lady and an inspiration. She will. Be missed RIP my dear friend
Barbara A Maucieri (Lovell)
II remember JoAnn from business classes in school. Sorry for her families loss. She was a sweet classmate and will be remembered in my prayers.
Barbara (Maucieri)Lovell
Marlene M Farrow (Johnson)
JoAnn was a dear friend in my childhood and a great lady.
Prayers for her family.
Marlene F Johnson
C Kay Oswalt (Gaylor)
I was saddened to hear of JoAnn's passing. I had several good conversations with her at our last two reunions. She was such a brave, strong lady - a fighter who enjoyed life. I was looking forward to seeing her at our next reunion. My deepest symphony to her family. Until we meet again , JoAnn.....Kay
Darlene W Askey (Zink)
JoAnn was a dear. Suffered and fought and still always had a smile and a sweet word. Blessings to her family as you go through this time of grief! Darlene